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Press releaseGlobeNewswire· December 1, 2025

Titan Mining Announces Strong Kilbourne Graphite Project Economics and Expanded U.S EXIM Support to Accelerate U.S. Graphite Independence

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Titan Mining Announces Strong Kilbourne Graphite Project Economics and Expanded U.S EXIM Support to Accelerate U.S. Graphite Independence Poised to be able to Supply Up to 50% of U.S…
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  • EXIM's support is far more than capital—it is validation of Titan's strategic role in establishing America's graphite independence. By providing non-dilutive funding at the feasibility stage and confirming project-finance support for construction, EXIM is enabling Titan to move faster while preserving balance-sheet strength. Together with our established zinc operations generating cash flow, we are building a U.S.-anchored critical minerals platform with clear, long-term growth.

    80% confidence
  • This investment demonstrates EXIM's commitment to strengthening domestic supply chains for strategic minerals essential to national security and economic prosperity. Titan's innovative approach to developing America's first integrated graphite capability in more than 70 years aligns directly with our mission to support U.S. jobs and reduce foreign dependencies in critical sectors.

    80% confidence
  • The Kilbourne Project Study represents a pivotal milestone in advancing U.S. critical mineral independence. Backed by EXIM's $120 million Letter of Interest and additional non-dilutive MMIA funding, Titan is poised to be able to supply nearly half of the nation's natural graphite demand through a fully integrated operation in New York State.

    80% confidence
  • Kilbourne Project will supply approximately 50% of current U.S. natural graphite demand

    80% confidence
  • Only 30% of strike length drilled to date, indicating potential for resource expansion

    80% confidence
  • First integrated U.S. graphite capability in 70+ years

    80% confidence

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